The situation starts at Real Madrid, where uncertainty looms over the future of two key figures in their defensive unit.
David Alaba is yet to make a final decision on his future, but the latest indications suggest he could leave the Santiago Bernabéu at the end of the season.
If Alaba leaves, it would mark the end of an era for the Austria international, who has been a vital part of Madrid’s recent success since joining from Bayern Munich.
Complicating matters further is that Saudi Pro League clubs are closely monitoring Antonio Rudiger’s situation. Despite Madrid offering the Germany international a new contract until 2028, his future remains uncertain.
Real Madrid could be targeting a move for Ibrahima Konate
If Rudiger decides to accept a lucrative offer from the Middle East, Los Blancos could be forced into the market for a top-level replacement.
Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté has emerged as a leading candidate to fill the void if either Alaba or Rudiger were to leave, the newspaper said. Sky Sports Germany.
The Frenchman is being closely watched by Real Madrid and they are expected to make a move next year. With the centre-back not signing a new contract at Anfield, Madrid want to get him for free, just as they managed to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold this year.
If Liverpool were to lose Konaté, they would likely turn to Crystal Palace star Marc Guéhi as his replacement. The England international was close to joining the Reds this summer, but his move fell through at the last minute despite the player undergoing medical treatment.
Guéhi could be an in-demand defender next year
Guéhi is attracting interest from several top clubs, including Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
Meanwhile, Dayot Upamecano’s future at Bayern Munich also remains uncertain. Although the Bundesliga champions are keen to extend his contract until 2030, the French centre-back could still move if a suitable offer comes along.
It complicates the market for centre-backs as a number of top clubs look to make their move next year.
Konaté, Guéhi and Upamecano are all at the center of speculation and clubs like Real Madrid, Liverpool and Bayern Munich have some big decisions to make.
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